Jousting Competition Rules and Scoring

The video tutorial explains the modern jousting arena, focusing on the 'list' and its historical significance. It details the rules of the competition, including the number of passes, lance specifications, and scoring system. Points are awarded for touches, shattered lances, and unhorsing opponents. The tutorial also emphasizes the importance of avoiding penalties, such as hitting a horse or improper conduct, which can result in point deductions or disqualification.

What is the origin of the term 'list' in jousting?

• A type of armor worn by knights

• A roster of participants

• A barrier that knights charge down

• A list of rules for the competition

How many passes are there in a jousting competition?

• Ten

• Eight

• Six

• Four

What is the thickness of the lances used in the first four passes?

• Two inches

• One and a quarter inch

• One and a half inch

• One inch

How many points are awarded for unhorsing an opponent?

• Fifteen points

• Ten points

• Five points

• One point

What happens if there is a tip-to-tip contact during a pass?

• The pass is voided

• Points are deducted

• The pass is counted as a draw

• The pass is rerun

What is the penalty for hitting a horse during the competition?

• Immediate disqualification

• Minus five points

• No penalty

• A warning

What must competitors do before impact according to the rules?

• Hold the reins tightly

• Drop their lance

• Drop their reins

• Shout a warning

What is the penalty for grabbing the reins during a pass?

• Minus ten points

• Immediate disqualification

• Minus five points

• No penalty

What happens if a competitor strikes an opponent directly in the helmet?

• Minus five points

• Minus ten points

• Immediate disqualification

• No penalty

What is the consequence if a horse slows down from a canter to a trot during a pass?

• Minus five points

• No points are scored

• Immediate disqualification

• The pass is rerun